Asus M5A99FX PRO R2.0 User Manual

MotherboardM5A99FX PRO R2.0

xM5A99FX PRO R2.0 specications summaryUSB2 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] / [N/A] Chassis Fan 1/2/3 Speed [xxxx RPM] / [N/A] CPU Opt Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] / [N/A]The

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-29Chapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Sets th

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Fast Boot [Disabled]Enable or disable boot with initialization of a minimal set of devices to launch active boot opt

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-31Chapter 3Boot Option PrioritiesThese items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number o

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8.2 ASUS SPD InformationThis item allows you to get DRAM SPD information. 3.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items all

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-33Chapter 3LabelAllows you to input the label of your setup prole.Save to ProleAllows you to save the current BIOS settings t

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or disca

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-35Chapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability,

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Launching ASUS UpdateTo launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.Quit all

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-37Chapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS informationThe screenshots in this sectio

xiM5A99FX PRO R2.0 specications summaryASUS overclocking featuresPrecision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - vDDNB:

3-38Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-39Chapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format andThis function can support devi

3-40Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.3 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also a

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-41Chapter 33. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number.4. At the

3-42Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart yo

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-1Chapter 4Software support44.1 Installing an operating systemThis motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista / 64-bit

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructi

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you th

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 DIGI+ Power ControlASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-5Chapter 4CPU PowerFunction no. Function description1CPU Load-line CalibrationIt allows you to adjust the voltage settings and

xiiM5A99FX PRO R2.0 specications summaryBIOS features64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, AS

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Function no. Function description4CPU/NB Load-line CalibrationSet to a higher value for system performance, or

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-7Chapter 4• The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specication.• Do not remove the thermal module. The

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4TurboVTurboV allows you to overclock the CPU Bus/PEG frequency, CPU voltage, CPU/NB voltage and DRAM voltage in

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-9Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.CPU RatioAllows you to manu

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Auto TuningASUS TurboV EVO provides you with these two auto-tuning modes for the most exible auto-tuning opti

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-11Chapter 4Using Extreme Tuning1. Click Auto Tuning tab > Extreme. 2. Read the warning messages and click Start to start t

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 EPUEPU is an energy-processing utility that provides several power-saving modes. When set to the Auto M

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-13Chapter 44.3.5 Remote GO!Connect your computer to a wireless network and use Remote GO! to wirelessly stream media les to D

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4W-Fi GO! RemoteInstall the W-Fi GO! Remote application on your mobile device to use Remote GO!’s remote contro

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-15Chapter 4The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operati

xiiiPackage contentsCheck your motherboard package for the following items.User ManualASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0 motherboardUser guide Support DVD4 x Seria

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using the DLNA Media Hub1. From the main screen, click DLNA Media Hub.2. Click to select a device as your

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-17Chapter 4To edit the library:1. Tick Library.2. Click to add or delete music les.3. Click Add and locate the le from t

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4To edit the video library:1. Tick Library.2. Click to add or delete video les.3. Click Add and locate th

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-19Chapter 4To edit the image playlist:1. Tick Playlist.2. Click .3. Tick to select or deselect the image le and click Save

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 43. The mobile device shows the information of the DLNA Media Hub function. Tap Enter to proceed to the Remote

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-21Chapter 4Using the Remote Desktop via W-Fi GO! RemoteWhen the Remote Desktop is enabled, the mobile device shows the contents

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4File TransferAllows you to transfer les wirelessly between your computer and mobile device.Click to go back t

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-23Chapter 4Tap to select the le’s source locationTap to send selected lesTap to select all lesTap to clear all lesThe W-Fi

4-24Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 USB 3.0 BoostASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-25Chapter 4• Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this function.• Network iControl is only supported under Windows®

xivInstallation tools and components1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriverPC chassis Power supply unitAMD AM3+ CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU FanDIM

4-26Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using Quick ConnectionConguring the PPPoE connection settingsBefore enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Con

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-27Chapter 4Conguring the Quick ConnectionTo congure the auto-PPPoE connection:1. Click the Quick Connection tab.2. Tick Aut

4-28Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using EZ ProleTo use the EZ Prole:EZ Prole allows you to load, edit, and save your own network program prio

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-29Chapter 44.3.8 USB BIOS Flashback WizardUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or

4-30Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 42. From the Save to dropdown list, select the USB storage device that you want to save the BIOS le to, then

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-31Chapter 44.3.9 FAN XpertFan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to differ

4-32Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.10 Ai Charger+This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your compute

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-33Chapter 44.3.11 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of a

4-34Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.12 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-35Chapter 4Using History Record1. Click the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Record Interval and Rec

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-1Chapter 1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsAMD® FX™-Series/Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/Sempron™ 100

4-36Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.13 ASUS UpdateASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS i

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-37Chapter 44.3.14 MyLogo2MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen during t

4-38Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Ensure to enable the Full Screen Logo in BIOS to use this feature.5. Click Flash to update the boot logo.6.

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.04-39Chapter 4A. Realtek HD Audio Manager with DTS UltraPC II for Windows® 7™ / Vista™4.3.15 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audi

4-40Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Control settings windowConguration options Information buttonExit buttonMinimize buttonB. Realtek HD Audio Ma

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.05-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the AMD® SB950 chipset that allows you to congure Ser

5-2Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal perf

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.05-3Chapter 55.1.4 AMD® Option ROM utilityTo enter the AMD® Option ROM utility:1. Turn on the system.2. During POST, press <

5-4Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Creating a RAID volumeTo create a RAID volume:1. In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the LD View / L

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.05-5Chapter 5Deleting a RAID congurationTake caution when deleting a RAID volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power ControlThe world’s rst Dual Intelligent Processo

5-6Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® oper

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.05-7Chapter 55.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1. Durin

5-8Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk dri

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.05-9Chapter 5Add the same line to both sections.The VID and PID vary with different vendors.10. Save and exit the le. 8. Find t

5-10Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.06-1Chapter 6Multiple GPU support66.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology that al

6-2Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cardsThe following pictures are for reference only. The graphics

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.06-3Chapter 65. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately.6. C

6-4Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 61Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology1. In the AMD VISION Engine Control Center window, click Performance &

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.06-5Chapter 66.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allow

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-3Chapter 11.1.3 ASUS Exclusive FeaturesMemOK!MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue t

6-6Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 64. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that th

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.06-7Chapter 66.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyAfter installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the SL

6-8Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 6

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0A-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Oper

A-2AppendicesAppendicesIC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 o

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0A-3AppendicesREACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory fra

A-4AppendicesAppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-34

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0A-5AppendicesDECLARATION OF CONFORMITYPer FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International

A-6AppendicesAppendices

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1.5 ASUS EZ DIYASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode)ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the rst mo

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-5Chapter 11.1.6 Other special featuresExternal SATAThe external SATA port located at the back I/O provides smart setup and hot

iiE8043Revised Edition V3January 2013Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and sof

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2 Motherboard overview1.2.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-7Chapter 1Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-352.

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-9Chapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount AM3+/AM3 socket designed for the AMD®

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Recommended memory congurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DD

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-11Chapter 1Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM socke

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1M5A99FX PRO R2.0 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No.

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-13Chapter 1DDR3 2000(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendorsPart No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip No.Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1866 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip No.Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Opt

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-15Chapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capability(continued on the next page)VendorsPart No.SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO.TimingVoltageDIMM sock

iiiContentsSafety information ... viAbout this guid

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip No. Timing V

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-17Chapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip No. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 2

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip No. Timing Vo

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-19Chapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip No. Timing VoltageDIMM

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip No. Timing V

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-21Chapter 1Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support:(1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as S

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so ma

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-23Chapter 1IRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HPCIe x16_1 shared –– – – – – –PCIe x16_2shared – – – – – – –PCIe

1-24Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.6 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when wor

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-25Chapter 1• Refer to sectionRefer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED.• The DRAM_LED also l

iv2.4 Starting up for the rst time ... 2-202.5 Turning off the computer ...

1-26Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.7 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RA

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-27Chapter 11.2.8 Onboard LEDs1. Standby Power LEDThe motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED lights up to i

1-28Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.9 Internal connectors1. AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-5 [gray])These connector

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-29Chapter 12. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12 [navy blue])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0

1-30Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 13. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies w

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-31Chapter 1Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!You can connect the front pan

1-32Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 15. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital In

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-33Chapter 16. CPU, CPU optional, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; CPU_OPT; CHA_FAN1/2/3)Connect the fan cables to t

1-34Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-35Chapter 19. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power s

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1-36Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis powe

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.01-37Chapter 111. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stor

1-38Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-1Chapter 2Basic Installation22.1 Building your PC system2.1.1 Motherboard installation1The diagrams in this section are for r

2-2Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-3Chapter 23. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.DO NOT overtighten

2-4Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.2 CPU installationThe AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors. Ensure you use a CPU

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-5Chapter 232.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU be

2-6Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly12

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-7Chapter 2345

viSafety informationElectrical safetyTo prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the s

2-8Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2123To remove a DIMM2.1.4 DIMM installationBA

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-9Chapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connection12OR OR

2-10Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.6 SATA device connectionOR2OR1

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-11Chapter 22.1.7 Front I/O ConnectorTo install ASUS Q-ConnectorIDE_LEDPOWER SWRESET SWIDE_LED-IDE_LED+PWRResetGroundGround12US

2-12Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.8 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cardsTo install PCI cards

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-13Chapter 22.2 BIOS update utility2.2.1 USB BIOS FlashbackUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without ent

2-14Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in Chapter 3.• Do not unplug

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-15Chapter 22.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.3.1 Rear I/O connection*: Refer to the tables on the next page for L

2-16Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2• Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the systemPress the Clear CMOS switch

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-17Chapter 2Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo Speakers2.3.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O ports

viiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gu

2-18Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel Speakers

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.02-19Chapter 2Connect to 7.1 channel SpeakersWhen the DTS UltraPC II and DTS Connect functions are enabled, ensure to connect the

2-20Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensu

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-1Chapter 3BIOS setup33.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architect

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navi

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settin

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-5Chapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-7Chapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passwo

viiiConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.DA

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3To change a user password:1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Enter Current Passwo

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-9Chapter 3Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal freque

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3EPU Setting [Auto]This item appears only when you set the EPU Power Saving Mode item to [Enabled] and allows you to

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-11Chapter 3DRAM Driving ControlDCT0 Information:CKE drive strength [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x]C

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DIGI+ Power ControlCPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto]Load-line is dened by AMD VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-13Chapter 3VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled]This item allows you to enable the spread spectrum to enhance system stability.Congur

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU/NB Offset Mode Sign [+][+] To offset the voltage by a positive value.[–] To offset the voltage by a negative v

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-15Chapter 33.5 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Be c

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.T

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-17Chapter 33.5.2 North Bridge CongurationIOMMU [Disabled]Set IOMMU to Enabled to show IOMMU Mode.Conguration options: [Disab

ixM5A99FX PRO R2.0 specications summaryCPUAMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX Series CPU up to 8-coreCompatible with AMD® Socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™II/Athl

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Power Down Enable [Disabled]Enables or disables the DDR power down mode. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]M

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-19Chapter 33.5.4 SATA CongurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3• When the SATA Port1–Port 4 and the SATA Port5–eSATA items are set to [AHCI], the information of the SATA connecto

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-21Chapter 33.5.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item show

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3SB USB CongurationOptions for SB USB Conguration.OHCI HC (Bus 0 Dev 18 Fn 0) [Enabled]Conguration options: [Enabl

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-23Chapter 33.5.6 CPU Core On/Off FunctionMainAi TweakerAdvanced Monitor Boot ToolExitEnabled ASUS Core Unlocker to get FULL c

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3ASM1061 Storage OPROM [Enabled]This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-25Chapter 3SB HD Azalia CongurationOptions for SB HD Azalia.HD Audio Azalia Device [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable th

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3ErP Ready [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Energy Related Products (ErP) Ready function.[Enabled] Allows BIOS to

ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.03-27Chapter 33.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan set